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Isla Del Tesoro Lighthouse

Fl W 12s🇨🇴Northern Colombia, COOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla Del Tesoro Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse, built in 1922, stands 59 meters tall. Its square skeletal tower is painted with alternating red and white horizontal bands. The light emits three white flashes every 12 seconds. It is situated on a small island on the north side of the Islas del Ro, providing a geographic range of 5 nautical miles. The structure is mounted on a square concrete platform supported by piles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl.W.
Focal Height
34m
Geographic Range
5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1922

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J6160
NGA No.
16688
ARLHS No.
COL-009

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
59m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands, mounted on a square con
Material
concrete

Structure: White tower, red banded; 59. CARTAGENA: COLOMBIA 180

Location

City
Northern Colombia
Country
🇨🇴CO
Latitude
10.2342°
Longitude
-75.7410°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla Del Tesoro Lighthouse at night?+
Isla Del Tesoro displays the characteristic Fl W 12s — 1 white flash every 12 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area.
Which ports and harbors does Isla Del Tesoro Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla Del Tesoro Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mamonal at 15.1 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include El Bosque (15.8 NM NE), Sociedad Portuaria Regional Cartagena (15.8 NM NE), Contecar (16 NM NE), Cartagena (16.1 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla Del Tesoro Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla Del Tesoro Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Isla Del Tesoro Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla Del Tesoro Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.